Draw shapes and paths with the Pen tool

The Pen tool allows you to draw smooth-edged paths with anchor points and handles.

Photoshop Pen Tool

  1. Select the Pen tool (P) . 

  2. Use the Options bar to customize tool settings, like Drawing Mode and Auto Add/Delete anchor points, to get the effect you want. 

  3. Draw a path with anchor points and handles.

  4. Finish drawing the path by closing it or leaving it open.

    • Close the path: Position the tool over the first (hollow) anchor point and click or drag.
    • Leave the path open: Ctrl-click (Windows) or Command-click (macOS) anywhere away from all objects.

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